Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Kamloops

A lightning strike above Juniper Ridge and behind Mount Paul, as seen from Batchelor Heights on Sept. 7, 2019.

Photograph By
Christopher Foulds/KTW

At 6:20 PM PDT, Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm approximately 20 km south of Kamloops. The storm is moving north at 30km/h along Highway 5A and is capable of producing very strong wind gusts, hail and heavy rain.

Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Intense lightning is likely with any thunderstorm that develops. Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors!